Experienced Dangerous Drug Injury Lawyers in St. Louis, Missouri

Our St. Louis medical malpractice attorney at The Gogel Law Firm knows prescription drug use in the U.S. has reached its highest levels in history. More than 131 million people — 66% of all adults in the United States — use prescription drugs.

While utilization is particularly high for older people and those with chronic conditions — like diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, arthritis, and cancer — others take prescriptions for short-term medical issues. Medication is designed to help treat and manage both temporary and continuing ailments. Unfortunately, some prescription drugs can do more harm than good, leaving Missouri residents suffering from life-changing injuries.

If you or a loved one has suffered injuries due to prescription drug use, talk to our skilled St. Louis dangerous drug attorney right away. We can help you understand our legal rights and options to pursue the manufacturer for your complete damages.

What are the Most Dangerous Types of Prescription Drugs?

Many patients wrongly assume that medications prescribed to them by their doctors are entirely safe. Others assume that when a drug is available over the counter, it is safe for everyone’s use. Both are untrue.

Unfortunately, most people are unaware of the harm these medications cause until it is too late.

Some of the most common types of prescription and non-prescription drugs that have been involved in lawsuits include:

• Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
• Acne Drugs
• Antidepressants (SSRIs)
• Antipsychotic Drugs
• Benzodiazepines
• Birth Control Pills
• Blood Thinners
• Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs
• Diabetes Drugs
• Heart Disease/Stroke Drugs
• Opioids
• Sleeping Pills
• Stimulants

Brand name drugs that have been involved in lawsuits include:

• Avandia
• Belviq
• Celebrex
• Elmiron
• Invokana
• Levaquin
• Lipitor
• Nexium
• Paxil
• Prilosec
• Truvada
• Valsartan
• Vioxx
• Zantac
• Zofran

Contact Our Dangerous Drug Injury Lawyer in St. Louis, Missouri at The Gogel Law Firm.

If you have taken medication that has led to unexpected injuries or have been prescribed or purchased medication that has been recalled by the manufacturer, contact our St. Louis dangerous drug attorney today to review your case by calling (314) 370-8173 or online and schedule a free consultation to learn more about your legal rights and options to pursue the liable party for your full financial recovery needs.